Just help

fat2finPaul

Hi I am a 30 year old dad of 2 boys (7&5) I am a truck driver doing shop deliveries so spend a good amount of time sat driving and the rest I'm unloading, pushing roll cages from trailer to shops so I have an amount of activity in the day, however I start early in morning 4am to 6am and do 10 to 15 hour shifts and by time I've got home n put kids to bed it's like 7pm when i get my tea and I'm in bed by 9.
I've tried this several times and had some success but put most back on.

I have PTSD and have times of server depression which is when I tend to eat n eat n eat

I have very little free time to exercise but have just bought a new push bike I also like walking with the family however the pace is slow and doesn't seem to benefit.

Any tips help of just chat very welcome

Thanks Paul

Alyssa_Is_LosingIt

It's not necessary to exercise to lose weight, although it is good for your general health and would benefit you if you could find the time.

If you want to lose weight, all you have to do is eat less calories than you burn each day. What are your current stats (height/weight/etc.)?

fat2finPaul

5ft 11in 17st 9 bmi of about 33 if I remember right its defo in 30's

Alyssa_Is_LosingIt

I entered your stats into Scooby's Workshop (http://scoobysworkshop.com/calorie-calculator/) and put your activity level as light.




It estimates your TDEE to be around 3100 calories, so you would do well to shoot for about 2100-2500 calories a day to lose ~1 lb/week.

Exercise is good, but like I said, it's not necessary to lose weight. Some light reading for more information:

http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1235566/so-youre-new-here/p1
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1296011/calorie-counting-101/p1

I know emotional eating can be hard to control, but you really need to find another outlet for your stress. If possible, seek help for your depression and for your PTSD. Perhaps some counseling or medication if needed (if you're not on something already). Find a hobby that you enjoy - this will help keep your mind off of food when you're looking for something to stuff your face with!

Good luck on your journey! You may find it's easier than you think.